Oxidation of which of the following substances in the body yields more amount of calories?
Glucose
Glycogen
Protein
Lipids
A
Glucose
B
Protein
C
Glycogen
D
Lipids
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Oxidation refers to the direct breakdown of nutrients for energy. Fats or lipids have the highest energy content of 9 kcal/gm while proteins and carbohydrates have 4 kcal/gm. Therefore, the correct answer is option D.
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